Bariatric ambulance
Bariatric Ambulance
A Bariatric Ambulance (pronunciation: /bæriˈætrɪk æmˈbjuːləns/) is a specialized type of ambulance designed to transport patients of higher weight and size, often due to obesity.
Etymology
The term "Bariatric" is derived from the Greek words "baros" meaning weight, and "iatros" meaning healer. The term "Ambulance" is derived from the Latin word "ambulare" meaning to walk or move about, which is a reference to early medical care where patients were moved by lifting or wheeling.
Function
A Bariatric Ambulance is equipped with specialized equipment to safely transport bariatric patients. This includes a reinforced stretcher, a wider patient compartment, and a hydraulic lift system. The ambulance is designed to accommodate the additional weight and size of bariatric patients, ensuring their safety and comfort during transport.
Related Terms
- Bariatrics: The branch of medicine that deals with the causes, prevention, and treatment of obesity.
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS): A system that provides emergency medical care to people who are injured or ill, often involving transportation to a hospital or other medical facility.
- Patient Transport: The process of moving patients from one location to another, often from their home to a hospital or from one medical facility to another.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bariatric ambulance
- Wikipedia's article - Bariatric ambulance
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